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32325 High Quality Proteins to Include in Your Exercise Nutrition Planhttp://www.sporteffective.com/protein-exercise-nutrition-plan/
Sun, 30 Jul 2017 15:32:17 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=877If you are an athlete and want to be successful in your particular field then a healthy intake of proteins and carbohydrates will be an essential part of your exercise nutrition plan. In this post we take a closer look at proteins which are made up of strings of smaller molecules called amino acids and …

]]>3 Easy Shoulder Workout Routine Exerciseshttp://www.sporteffective.com/shoulder-workout-routine-exercises/
Sun, 30 Jul 2017 13:29:31 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=863In this post we take a look at 3 shoulder workout routine exercises that are simple to execute. These exercises can be done at home or in the gym as all they require is dumbbells and a mat to ensure a non-slip surface. These routines focus on the front, lateral and rear deltoid muscles in the …

]]>Basic Core Abdominal Workout Routinehttp://www.sporteffective.com/core-abdominal-workout-routine/
Tue, 25 Jul 2017 20:06:11 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=851In this post, we provide you with a very basic abdominal workout routine. The abs should always be a focal point for any all-round fitness program particularly if you are playing or participating in an active sport. Powerful abdominal muscles combined with a strong lower back, glutes, hip flexors, rotators and gluteals all combine to …

]]>Easy Home Hamstring Muscle Workout Exerciseshttp://www.sporteffective.com/hamstring-muscle-workout-exercises/
Sat, 22 Jul 2017 14:48:36 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=831In this article we take a look at some great hamstring muscle workout exercises that can be done from the comfort of your own home and with minimal equipment. The hamstring, because it is out of site at the back of the leg, tends to be neglected when it comes to strengthening. Any experienced athlete …

]]>Best Selection of 10 Minute Cardio Workoutshttp://www.sporteffective.com/best-10-minute-cardio-workouts/
Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:30:36 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=815In this post I have gathered a selection of my best 10 minute cardio workouts. These are high-intensity routines so make sure you are experienced in this type of routine before trying them out. Regularly following these type of exercises will not only improve your cardiovascular capacity, but the benefits in fat burn/loss and general …

]]>Running and Carbohydrates – 4 of the Best Sources for Runnershttp://www.sporteffective.com/running-and-carbohydrates-4-of-the-best-sources-for-runners/
Sun, 16 Jul 2017 14:21:48 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=503Carbohydrate Sources for Runners When it comes to running, carbohydrates are absolutely vital in regards to ensuring we perform at our best. Runners require a great deal of carbohydrates, more than the average person because our muscles are actually fueled by them, or rather, by glycogen which is a by-product of carbohydrates. Put simply, we …

]]>Harvard Step Test for Cardio Fitness Assessmenthttp://www.sporteffective.com/harvard-step-test/
Sat, 15 Jul 2017 20:23:02 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=700The Harvard Step Test is a very simple to conduct exercise test that can measure an athletes aerobic capacity. More specifically the test provides an indicative measure of VO2 Max performance levels. Taken at various points over a sports season, the test can be used to see increases and decreases in an athletes cardiovascular system. …

]]>Bruce Treadmill Test for Cardiovascular Assessmenthttp://www.sporteffective.com/bruce-treadmill-test/
Sat, 15 Jul 2017 13:48:38 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=683The Bruce treadmill test is used as a way to determine an athletes VO2 Max aerobic capacity or in layman’s terms the body’s ability to deliver and use oxygen when under the stress of exercise. The test aims to evaluate the endurance fitness level of a person – a key component of athletic performence. Athletes are …

]]>The Seven Components of Fitnesshttp://www.sporteffective.com/the-seven-components-of-fitness/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 19:59:32 +0000http://www.sporteffective.com/?p=401It has always been believed that to have all round fitness, a person must be fit across seven components. These components are: flexibility, endurance, stamina, skill, strength, speed and power. Whilst one component may be more important or relevant to a specific sport, ignoring any of these factors and not having them in balance can …